Crema's Take
“The Block Cafe wins loyal regulars with a consistently excellent breakfast menu anchored by standout dishes like the Elvis French Toast, proving that reliable execution and genuine kindness matter more than novelty. This is a straightforward neighborhood spot where you'll find easy parking, fast service, and a genuinely welcoming vibe that keeps people coming back for years, making it the kind of place that works equally well for a quick solo breakfast or lingering over coffee with friends.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, quick-grab, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →very confused how there's so many high ratings, there's no way this place deserves them. I had the french toast special which came with french toast, scrambled eggs, and sausage links. The eggs were overcooked and rubbery. The sausage links tasted and felt like they'd just…
I've come here twice now, and the food has been so delicious each time. Super easy parking situation. Everyone was so kind, and it doesn't take long to get your food. Loved the Elvis French Toast, haha. I definitely recommend The Block for a breakfast outing! :)
This has been me and my friend's go-to breakfast spot ever since it used to be called The Egg & Us (different name now but same menu), and we get excited about it literally every time we come here. Incredible American and Mexican food, really affordable prices, and big portions!…
This may have been a different restaurant at some point, but The Block now has an almost identical menu to Pete's Egg Nest in Greenwood. I was there last week, which is why I could tell. This isn't a bad thing.... The food at both places is great. I had Chilaquiles here and it…
Went to The Block Cafe @ Ballard for breakfast 🍳. It was formerly known as The Egg & Us but know it’s called The Block Cafe: still the same delicious menu!!! Anyways, still love this place!!! Always have best food quality and excellent customer service. Very cozy and very…
Crema Reviews
You might also like
Hotwire Coffeehouse
★ 4.5 (242)
Hotwire's signature drinks, particularly the beloved Sasquatch, are worth…
Volunteer Park Cafe & Pantry
★ 4.4 (1,042)
Volunteer Park Cafe nails the fundamentals—their espresso has that velvety…
The Stonehouse Cafe
★ 4.2 (1,200)
The Stonehouse Cafe nails the brunch game with massive, butter-soaked chicken…
Alki Coffee Co.
★ 4.1 (121)
Alki Coffee Co. thrives on its unbeatable beachfront location with sweeping…